Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Biomedical Scientist / Trainee Biomedical Scientist

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Job summary

Are you a passionate, driven individual looking for a new challenge? Then look no further!

We are looking for a suitably qualified Biomedical Scientist or trainee Biomedical Scientist to come and join the team in this busy laboratory, which offers experience in a wide range of histological techniques.

The role may include routine Histology, dissection, Immunocytochemistry, Electron Microscopy, Neuropathology and Non-Gynaecological Cytology. The department is fully computerised and processes approximately 34,000 surgical specimens per annum.

The Cellular Pathology Team work alongside 14 Consultant Histopathologist, Specialist trainees, and a SAS doctor in the Department of Cellular Pathology within a large and established Pathology Directorate providing Neuropathology, Histopathology, Immunohistochemistry, Non Gynaecological Cytology, Electron Microscopy and Autopsy services to Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

Main duties of the job

Some of the main tasks you will be expected to complete include the transfer of histology samples, embedding and microtomy of histology blocks, and staining and quality control of histology slides. You will also be involved in performing tinctorial special stains, utilizing neuropathology techniques, and preparing immunocytochemistry for the differential diagnosis of cancer. Additionally, there is the potential for training in dissection.

About us

We have 10000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of

Date posted

11 March 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year Per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

438-PB2515

Job locations

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Ln

Preston

PR2 9HT

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties to include but not be limited to:

To direct more junior staff regarding technical and work issues
Dealing with telephone enquiries from nurses, clinicians, healthcare practitioners, giving technical advice on results and use of the service
Appropriate recording of Inventory management within the section to ensure accurate recording of receipt and issue of stock
To communicate, as appropriate, using information technology
Maintain and operate equipment used in the preparation and analysis of specimens.
Undertake the correct procedures for the handling of specimens, pre and post analysis.
Correct and safe use and safety of equipment and physical environment.
Preparation, safe handling, dealing with spillage, storage and disposal of reagents and chemicals accordance with COSHH regulations.

For more information, please see the job description.

*Please note that the interview date may be subject to change*

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties to include but not be limited to:

To direct more junior staff regarding technical and work issues
Dealing with telephone enquiries from nurses, clinicians, healthcare practitioners, giving technical advice on results and use of the service
Appropriate recording of Inventory management within the section to ensure accurate recording of receipt and issue of stock
To communicate, as appropriate, using information technology
Maintain and operate equipment used in the preparation and analysis of specimens.
Undertake the correct procedures for the handling of specimens, pre and post analysis.
Correct and safe use and safety of equipment and physical environment.
Preparation, safe handling, dealing with spillage, storage and disposal of reagents and chemicals accordance with COSHH regulations.

For more information, please see the job description.

*Please note that the interview date may be subject to change*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Degree (or equivalent) suitable for HCPC registration.
Working towards Pre registration Portfolio and HCPC registration
Uses continuing professional development as a means of self- development

Desirable

IBMS membership

Knowledge and experience

Essential

Experience in working in a Cellular Pathology laboratory
Understand the components of a quality management system
Understanding of health and safety legislation pertaining to clinical laboratories

Desirable

Understanding of laboratory quality issues
Problem solving ability
Familiar with Pathology LIMS

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Degree (or equivalent) suitable for HCPC registration.
Working towards Pre registration Portfolio and HCPC registration
Uses continuing professional development as a means of self- development

Desirable

IBMS membership

Knowledge and experience

Essential

Experience in working in a Cellular Pathology laboratory
Understand the components of a quality management system
Understanding of health and safety legislation pertaining to clinical laboratories

Desirable

Understanding of laboratory quality issues
Problem solving ability
Familiar with Pathology LIMS

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Ln

Preston

PR2 9HT

Employer's website

https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Ln

Preston

PR2 9HT

Employer's website

https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)